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Why I Moved My Digital Products from Squarespace to Podia
Learn why I moved my digital products from Squarespace to Podia. Compare features, pricing, and user experiences to find the best platform for your online business and digital product offerings.
9 eCommerce Design Tips I Love from GoLive's eCommerce Template
Check out my review of GoLive’s beautiful new Trove ecommerce template. I highlight seven specific design elements from Trove that any online shop should implement to drive more sales, along with a link to my full video walkthrough of the template.
6 Simple Tips for eCommerce Photography that Converts
The secret to more orders and fewer returns? Great photos! Learn the ins and outs of impactful product photography for your eCommerce site. Whether you choose to DIY or go professional, these tips will make sure your images really shine. Plus, discover my resources for great eCommerce photos to fit any budget!
A Step-by-Step Guide to Starting an eCommerce Business in 2024
Do you have a great idea for an eCommerce site but no idea where to start? This quick step-by-step guide will help you cover the basics, launch quickly, and be able to start selling with confidence on Squarespace. We’re going lean and mean!
What does it cost to start an eCommerce website in 2024?
Are you thinking about starting a website on Squarespace in 2023? In this blog post, I break down the costs of getting started on Squarespace, including domain registration, hosting fees, and premium design templates. Whether you're launching a simple shop or a robust online store, I've got you covered with all the pricing information you need to make an informed decision. Find out what it really costs to start a Squarespace website in 2023 and start building your online presence today.
Shopify vs Squarespace: Which eCommerce Platform is the Best in 2024?
The question I’m asked more than anything is whether small businesses and startups should choose Squarespace or Shopify for their eCommerce website. There are lots of variables that go into that decision but this post covers the biggest factors (ease of use, features & pricing) to determine the best option.
Everything You Need to Know About Podia
Podia is a (nearly) all-in-one platform that been making headlines if you're looking to sell digital downloads, courses, workshops, webinars, coaching, consulting or access to a community. Should you give it a try?
Maximizing Your Squarespace Site with Extensions, Plugins, and Code Snippets: A Comprehensive Guide
Maximize your Squarespace site with this guide to extensions, plugins, code snippets, and apps. Learn the differences between these tools and discover every Squarespace extension available, along with trusted plugin and code resources.
All About Courses on Squarespace
Sell access to course content directly on your Squarespace website. Same user experience, same content and branding - just a whole new way to expand your eCommerce offerings!
How to Design Your Own Squarespace Template
Your search for the perfect template for your new eCommerce website ends here. In this post, I’m going to show you how you can design your own custom template in just a few easy steps. Includes a walk-through video showing you exactly what to do!
My Favorite Squarespace eCommerce Templates for 2023
Check out 6 of my favorite new templates + exactly what I would do to each of them to make them eCommerce ready.
The Best Technology Combos for Your eCommerce Business
Looking to keep your monthly costs in check or just not pay for subscriptions you don’t need? This post breaks down my best technology recommendations for different types of eCommerce business models. Discover which software and apps work well together to do exactly what you need.
How to Use Unsplash to Curate Your Website Images
Finding great looking stock images sometimes feels like trying to find a needle in a haystack. Learn how to find the hidden gems and put together a cohesive selection of images for your eCommerce website - all for free!
How to Move Your Etsy Shop to Squarespace
Etsy raised its rates. AGAIN. So are you wondering about how to move your Etsy shop to Squarespace? I’ve got answers to all your burning questions such as why you should choose Squarespace over Shopify, how much it’s going to cost, and what to do with your Etsy shop once you make the switch. Bonus: I’ve got complete step-by-step instructions on exactly how to make it all happen.
3 Mistakes New Online Sellers Make
Tips and strategies to help those new to e-commerce launch quickly and get the most out of a web design project.
What Are All the Things You Can Sell on Squarespace?
Ever wonder if there’s a way to sell what you’re selling on Squarespace? Chances are the answer is yes! Learn about all the different things you can sell on Squarespace plus the infinite number of ways you can set up and customize everything to perfectly fit your business.
The Ultimate Squarespace eCommerce Guide
Stop chasing your tail! I've covered some of my favorite posts on everything from choosing Squarespace for your new eCommerce website to mapping out a winning eCommerce strategy, from launch day to managing the day-to-day. Wherever you are in the process, I’ve got you covered!
Legal Checklist for New eCommerce Businesses
From LLCs to EINs and business bank accounts to domain names, here’s your legal eCommerce to do list in one, tidy place! I’m turning to a trusted legal expert for guidance and sharing some eCommerce-specific tips to help you make sure you’re building a strong foundation for your new online business.
How to Launch Your Website… Even If You Don’t Have Anything to Sell Yet
Get a head start on building your audience and generate a buzz by launching your website before you’ve got anything to sell. These simple solutions will help you get more customers, charge higher prices, and generate more leads when you’re ready to flip the “eCommerce” switch!
Squarespace vs. Shopify: Which is Best for Small Business?
Whether you’re just getting started or are looking to make a switch and wondering whether to go with Squarespace or Shopify, this post lists all the major considerations I look at and compares specific features between the two website platforms.